COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Schug Carneros Estate Winery
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Schug Carneros Chardonnay is a 100% Chardonnay from the Carneros AVA in Sonoma County, California. Schug Carneros Estate Winery, founded by Walter Schug, upholds a tradition of European-inspired winemaking. The Carneros region's cool climate, influenced by marine air and fog, contributes to the wine's complexity. The 2016 vintage benefited from a balanced growing season, leading to a well-structured wine.
ALCOHOL
14.1%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Walter Schug previously crafted Joseph Phelps' iconic Insignia.
Fact 02
The winery utilizes multiple Chardonnay clones, including Wente and Musqué.
Fact 03
Carneros' climate is influenced by proximity to San Pablo Bay.
Fact 04
The 2016 vintage received multiple awards, including Silver and Gold medals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Schug Carneros Chardonnay is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. Each vineyard block is harvested, fermented, and aged separately. The wine undergoes fermentation and aging on its lees ('sur-lie') in small French oak barrels, with a controlled use of new oak. Malolactic fermentation was not induced, preserving the wine's natural acidity. The wine is then aged in these barrels.
